What are the responsibilities and job description for the Authorization Specialist position at Integral Care?
Job Number: 25-5463
Job Summary: The Authorization Specialist, is responsible for daily oversight of authorization request and approvals requiring interface with internal and external persons/entities and any other activities related to reimbursement for services for ABH. CFS, and Crisis programs. Performs regular updates and verification of insurance coverage. Other regular work duties may also involve meeting and greeting consumers, facilitating consumer information, requesting payment for services rendered, handling various types of payments, issuing receipts for payment, retrieving message off facility voicemail, building schedules in the Electronic Health Record for the prescribers and other duties as requested. The Authorization Specialist works under the direct supervision of the Office Manager or Clinical Team Lead with close coordination with the Practice Manager.
Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule.
Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.
Education:
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
License:
Required:
- Current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
Hours: Full-Time.
Workdays: Monday - Friday.
Workhours: 9:00AM - 5:00PM.
Salary: $23.02 an hour plus an additional 10% crisis stipend.
Why join us: Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve. Imagine your career at Integral Care!
Employee Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Generous vacation/holiday/sick leave
- Life and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 403(b) retirement account
- Gold's gym membership discount
- Mileage reimbursement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sex or age.
For specific positions, additional compensation may be offered to candidates who are bilingual in English and another language deemed necessary for the role.
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